Basically, the SteadePod or PocketPod uses tension to steady you shots. Instead of resting your camera on a tripod, you pull up.
So I started reading reviews on it and decided I wasn't going to pay thirty Dollars for something that most people said worked really well, but broke in the first week.
So I hacked a dog leash. Or in my case, the intended cat leash. I had to earn it from my little sister by doing the dirty side of keeping cats.
In addition to the dog leash (you'll need that kind that retracts and can lock into place) you will need a 1/4-20 bolt (this is a common type of thread, you can get it anywhere) and a nut that fits the bolt.
I used a regular 1/4-20 bolt but if you can get one with a wing head on it that would be best. Also, you can see a wooden piece in the picture. I placed the nut inside this to provide more of an area to grip when tightening. If you can get a wing nut, that would work better. The length of the bolt should be close to one inch (if it's longer you can get it cut down)
I thought I had found an easy way out when I saw this on Amazon, but shipping was $12, so I gave it up. If you can find something like it in your area I'd say use it.
Next you'll need to drill a hole in the dog leash handle. I placed mine at the thickest point so as to have the most strength. Needles to say, the hole should be 1/4".
Next is assembly.
And then attachment.
NOTE: When attaching the "RobPod" to your camera, be sure not to over tighten as this will damage and possibly break the camera. If you've used a tripod before you know that you tighten with the nut, not the bolt.
Step on the clip, attach it to your belt or sew D links to all your pants and clip on there. Lock the leash at a height slightly lower than the desired viewing level, pull up on your camera and take steady pictures all day without lugging around your tripod, or even a monopod.
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